Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as we pioneer the next wave of technological transformation for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect solutions that will redefine industries. This role combines cutting-edge research with pragmatic implementation, ensuring our clients lead in the digital-first economy. You'll work alongside Nobel laureates and startup founders in our state-of-the-art Austin hub, with competitive equity packages and unlimited learning opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Lead R&D initiatives for 2026-ready AI/quantum computing applications
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging tech adoption in Fortune 500 enterprises
- Collaborate with MIT Future Labs on next-gen human-computer interfaces
- Present tech disruption forecasts to C-suite executives and investors
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets with measurable ROI targets
- Author white papers on ethical AI and metaverse governance frameworks
- Mentor cross-functional teams in agile futurism methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science or equivalent experience in emerging tech
- 5+ years in strategy consulting at top-tier firms (McKinsey/Bain/BCG)
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum or neural networks
- Proven track record of scaling tech startups to $100M+ valuation
- Deep expertise in blockchain, AR/VR, and synthetic biology
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages
- Speaker at TED/WEF/Aspen Institute forums
- Certification in Futurism from Singularity University